ANDREW NADAR
Birmingham,United Kingdom
Summary
HCPC-registered MSK Physiotherapist with extensive experience delivering evidence-based assessment, diagnosis, and treatment in private practice, outpatient, and clinical settings. Skilled in advanced manual therapy techniques, biomechanical assessment, and creating tailored rehabilitation plans that improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function. Adept at managing complex referrals including orthopaedic, trauma, and pelvic health cases while maintaining meticulous, GDPR-compliant clinical records. Proven track record of exceptional patient satisfaction, earning 11 five-star reviews in a single month. Strong communication and patient education skills ensure adherence to treatment plans, with a commitment to continuous professional development and integrating the latest research into practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
MSK Physiotherapist (part time)
Sano Physiotherapy Clinic
West Midlands & Nottingham
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of musculoskeletal conditions, establishing diagnoses and implementing tailored treatment plans.
- Involved patients in planning and prioritisation of their rehabilitation, ensuring they were informed of all treatment options.
- Applied evidence-based practice and established clinical pathways to maintain high standards of patient care.
- Worked autonomously as a registered physiotherapist, taking full responsibility for all clinical activity.
- Built strong professional relationships with patients, clearly communicating treatment plans and progress.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, including assessments, treatments, and progress notes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and other healthcare professionals to provide expert advice and support as needed.
- Achieved 11 five-star patient reviews mentioning my name within a single month, reflecting outstanding patient satisfaction and care quality.
- Implemented exercise routines designed to improve strength, flexibility and endurance.
- Focused on continuous professional development by attending relevant workshops and seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians for patient referral, ensuring seamless healthcare delivery.
Casual Academy Physiotherapist (Part time)
Birmingham City Football Club
Birmingham, West Midlands
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Provided immediate pitch-side medical cover during training sessions and matches for Academy squads (U9–U16), ensuring rapid and effective response to injuries.
- Conducted injury assessments, diagnoses, and implemented tailored rehabilitation programmes, contributing to a 85% reduction in hamstring injuries compared to the previous season.
- Maintained accurate and compliant medical records in the club’s electronic medical system, adhering to EPPP and GDPR regulations.
- Assisted with injury surveillance, enabling data-led decision-making to improve training load management and reduce recurrence rates.
- Delivered weekly player clinics, supporting over 40 players per week with injury management, prevention, and performance optimisation.
- Offered ongoing support and education to players, improving adherence to rehabilitation programmes and boosting overall squad availability.
- Collaborated closely with coaches, sports scientists, and other medical staff to deliver integrated, player-centred care that kept player availability above 90% throughout the season.
- Adapted to a flexible schedule, covering evening training sessions and weekend fixtures to meet the demands of the Academy programme.
Casual Academy Physiotherapist (Part time)
Shrewsbury Town Football Club
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered immediate pitch-side medical support during matches and training for Academy players (U9–U18), ensuring rapid response to injuries and effective triage.
- Assessed, diagnosed, and managed sports-related injuries, implementing evidence-based, age-specific rehabilitation programmes to ensure safe and efficient return-to-play.
- Developed targeted injury prevention strategies, reducing recurrence rates and maintaining over 90% player availability across multiple age groups.
- Produced educational materials on adolescent injuries (e.g., pars fractures, Osgood-Schlatter disease) to improve athlete and parent understanding, increasing compliance with recovery protocols.
- Maintained accurate, GDPR-compliant medical records for all assessments, treatments, and rehabilitation plans.
- Collaborated closely with the Performance Support Team (physiotherapists, S&C coaches, analysts, and medical staff) to deliver an integrated, player-centred care approach.
- Mentored by the Head of Academy Medical Department, completing over 100 hours of shadowing, gaining advanced insight into elite football medical operations.
- Actively involved in return-to-play strategies and rehabilitation protocols for U18 players, supporting their transition from injury back into competitive match play.
- Ensured adherence to FA and club medical policies, including Anti-Doping Regulations and WADA prohibited substance lists.
- Provided flexible cover for evening training sessions and weekend fixtures to meet the demands of the Academy schedule.
First Team Physiotherapist
Oldbury United FC
Birmingham
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Maintained player availability rate over 90% throughout season
- Delivered targeted physiotherapy treatments to first-team squad of 23 players
- Managed players with adolescent injuries such as pars fractures, sever's disease, Osgood Schlatter - developed informative materials for dissemination to enhance knowledge and understanding for both athletes and their parents, cross-collaborating with club nutritionist.
- Collaborated with lead physiotherapists, nutritionist, psychologist, academy doctor, SnC and coaches in management of players rehabilitation and well-being.
- Ensured immediate medical care during sports matches
- Created and managed injury prevention strategies with evidence-based exercises like FIFA 11+
- Provided coaches with detailed insights on player fitness and injury statuses
Clinical lead physiotherapist
Dr Gokani wellness Clinic
Mumbai
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Stayed up-to-date with regulatory requirements to maintain consistent compliance with safe working practices.
- Encountered around 9-10 patients each day
- Came across paediatric, orthopaedic, cardiorespiratory, neurological, geriatric and overall wellbeing patients
- Carried out therapeutic assessments to evaluate symptoms and provide provisional diagnoses.
- Carried out thorough patient diagnosis to implement effective treatment programmes.
- Streamlined administrative processes for smoother clinic operations.
- Updated knowledge on latest medical research to ensure best practice implementation.
- Handled large caseload of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions.
- Worked with patients to develop functional treatment programmes and safe home practices.
- Involved carers and relatives in patients’ treatment, review and rehabilitation processes.
Sports Physiotherapist
Dazzlers Football Club
Mumbai
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Administered sports massage, Kinesio taping, and active stretches to athletes
- Provided assessments and treatments for academy players focusing on U9-U16s and occasionally up to U23s.
- Managed players with adolescent injuries such as pars fractures, sever’s disease, osgood-schlatter - developed informative materials for dissemination to enhance knowledge and understanding for both athletes and their parents.
- Consistently delivered care in line with physiotherapy ethics and standards.
- By following a set code of Physiotherapy ethics:
- Examining and diagnosing injuries.
- Using Kinesio tape and Manual Therapy.
- Devising an individual treatment plan.
- Keeping records of their treatment and progress
- On field management of Sports injuries.
- Early rehabilitation for expeditious return to Sports.
Marathon Physiotherapist
Asian heart hospital
Mumbai
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided sports massage to athlete’s pre-marathon
- Stretches
- Post marathon Fascia releases/ stretching
- Harnessed critical thinking skills to diagnose patient problems.
- Delivered one-to-one and group exercise sessions to service users.
Clinical Physiotherapist
Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
Mumbai
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Gained practical experience during internship, handling approximately 50 patients each day
- Treated Orthopaedic/MSK cases, including:
- Post-operative and pre-operative rehabilitation.
- ACL rehabilitation.
- Total hip replacement recovery.
- Total knee replacement recovery.
- Managed
- Neurological cases
- such as:
- Hemiplegia.
- Quadriplegia.
- Other neurological conditions.
Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapist
Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Had been posted for a month at critical care unit (CCU) where I did the following
- Provided Nebulization
- Suctioning of endotracheal and oral secretions
- Provided postural drainage
- Breathing exercises
- Percussions
- Deep vein thrombosis prevention
- Limb Physiotherapy
- Chest Physiotherapy
Education
MSc - Exercise & Sports Medicine (Football)
University of Birmingham
09.2024 - 08.2025
Bachelor - Physiotherapy
Tantia University
4 2018/2018 - 05/2022
Skills
- Fascia massage
- Myofascial Release (MFR)
- Sports Massage
- Joint mobilizations
- Manual therapy
- Kinesiology taping
- On field decision making
- Concussion treatment
- Musculoskeletal injuries (MSK)
- Rehabilitation Program Development: Skilled in creating tailored rehabilitation plans to enhance recovery and performance
- Patient Education: Proficient in educating patients about their treatment plans and recovery processes to promote understanding and adherence
- Data Analysis & Outcomes Measurement: Experienced in tracking patient progress and utilizing data to improve treatment efficacy and outcomes
- Biomechanics understanding
- Musculoskeletal assessment
- Knowledge on mobility aids
- Communication with multi-disciplinary teams
- Orthopaedic knowledge
- Knowledge of nhs guidelines
- Advanced splinting techniques
Certification
- Health & Care Professional Council license: PH148426
- CSP resistration
- FA Concussion Guidelines: 68804116
- Level 4 UEFA FDEP Pitch-Side Trauma Course
- DBS
Hobbies and Interests
Football/hockey player - since I was 7 years old played as a right back for the school team and represented my school. Have an Instagram/YouTube account to assess injuries that happen on the pitch during premier league games.
COURSES & CPD
- Frequently visiting isokinetic London for the sports night conferences
- Attended the GSSPP symposium 2025 at University of Birmingham
WEBSITES, PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES
www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-nadar-ba143721
Languages
English
Intermediate
Hindi
Intermediate
Tamil
Intermediate
Marathi
Elementary
Timeline
MSK Physiotherapist (part time)
Sano Physiotherapy Clinic
06.2025 - 08.2025
Casual Academy Physiotherapist (Part time)
Birmingham City Football Club
03.2025 - 08.2025
Casual Academy Physiotherapist (Part time)
Shrewsbury Town Football Club
02.2025 - 08.2025
First Team Physiotherapist
Oldbury United FC
12.2024 - 02.2025
MSc - Exercise & Sports Medicine (Football)
University of Birmingham
09.2024 - 08.2025
Clinical lead physiotherapist
Dr Gokani wellness Clinic
08.2023 - 09.2024
Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapist
Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
01.2023 - 02.2023
Clinical Physiotherapist
Sir JJ Group of Hospitals
11.2022 - 05.2023
Sports Physiotherapist
Dazzlers Football Club
08.2022 - 08.2024
Marathon Physiotherapist
Asian heart hospital
01.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor - Physiotherapy
Tantia University
4 2018/2018 - 05/2022
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